Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer

AS-T Degree

This program provides students with a strong foundation in nutrition, dietetics, and food science. Upon completion of this degree, students will be able to evaluate personal energy and nutrient requirements and food sources using current dietary assessment tools; demonstrate the understanding of the physiological processing of nutrients as they relate to energy balance, metabolism and physical activity; evaluate the impact of external variables on food safety, food choices, food beliefs, and disease risk; and identify dietary and lifestyle modifications for improving health throughout the life cycle.

The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree (AS-T) prepares students to transfer into the CSU system to complete a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, or a major deemed similar by a CSU campus. Students earning an associate degree for transfer and meeting the CSU minimum transfer admission requirements are guaranteed admission with junior standing within the CSU system. Students are also given priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus but not to a particular campus or major. Upon transfer, students will be required to complete no more than 60 additional prescribed units to earn a bachelor’s degree.

To earn the Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree, students must complete 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a minimum grade point average of 2.0, including both of the following:

completion of all courses required for the major with grades of “C” or better; and

completion of the California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern. (Students transferring to a CSU campus using IGETC must complete Area 1C Oral Communication to be eligible for admission.)

It is highly recommended that, prior to transferring, students complete courses that satisfy the CSU United States History, Constitution and American Ideals graduation requirement. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

RESTRICTION: International coursework from non-United States regionally accredited institutions cannot be applied to associate degrees for transfer.

Nutrition and Fitness

Certificate of Achievement

(formerly Nutrition and Fitness Trainer)

This certificate program provides a comprehensive understanding of the relationships between food, physical fitness and health. Students will gain the necessary skills and knowledge for entry-level employment in health clubs and recreation centers. The certificate curriculum prepares students for the American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer Certification Exam, allowing students greater employment opportunities as personal trainers, group fitness instructors and advanced fitness specialists. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.